Description
This delicious Middle Eastern Zaatar Yogurt Chicken comes together in 30 minutes for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that your family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 3 tablespoons za’atar spice blend
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Create the marinade by combining yogurt, za’atar, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken by coating it well with the marinade and letting it sit for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the marinated chicken on it. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, until cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Notes
This dish keeps well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and is freezer-friendly. You can also substitute the za’atar with other spices you have on hand.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg